Family Matters - Articles

Baby Needs a New Pair of Shoes

Although parents don’t always live together, they both still have the obligation to financially contribute to the well-being of their children. Child Support includes not only clothing and food for...

Are You “Judgment Proof?”

While anyone can have a judgment entered against them, when we say that someone is “judgment proof” what we really mean is that the person does not have any income or property that can be taken by...

Why Having a Will Is Essential

Many people understand, in a general sense, that a Last Will and Testament determines what happens to their assets upon death. Yet a surprisingly large number of adults—especially older...

The Prevention of Domestic Violence Act – Domestic violence, Family Matters, Restraining order

A temporary restraining order (TRO) is a civil order a judge can issue that requires an abuser to stay away from the survivor of domestic violence. The TRO can also provide other types of civil...

Amending a Temporary Restraining Order in New Jersey: When and How to Do It

If you’ve been granted a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) in New Jersey, it’s because the court believed there was enough evidence that you were in danger of domestic violence or abuse. A TRO is...

She Took My Heart and My Air Fryer: What “Equitable Distribution” Means in a Divorce

When people get divorced in New Jersey, they have to divide the things they own and the money they owe. This process is called Equitable Distribution. “Equitable” means fair, but it does not always...

Moving out of State with your Child

It is generally in the best interest of the child to have consistent contact with both parents. However, when there is a change in the custodial parent’s employment, housing or other personal change...

How to Get Ready for Your Domestic Violence Trial

Once you have a Temporary Restraining Order, you will have a date to return to court to request the Final Restraining Order. If you are the person asking for help in a domestic violence case, you...

Why Getting a Final Restraining Order Is Just the First Step to Escape Domestic Violence

It takes a lot of courage and strength for someone to leave an abusive relationship. It’s not easy. In fact, it can feel really scary and hard. A person leaving an abuser often has many problems to...